Zinc-coated alloy sheet imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported zinc-coated alloy sheet worth $195.6 million (158.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. That is 16% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $289.8 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $195.6M | 158.6K t |
| 2023 | $233.8M | 177.6K t |
| 2022 | $180.1M | 148.5K t |
| 2021 | $192.0M | 190.6K t |
| 2020 | $147.5M | 171.6K t |
| 2019 | $238.8M | 259.4K t |
| 2018 | $279.2M | 293.3K t |
| 2017 | $289.8M | 336.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports zinc-coated alloy sheet from
Most of the value came from Germany (29%), Belgium (27%), France (18%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $56.0M | 29% |
| Belgium | $53.7M | 28% |
| France | $35.5M | 18% |
| Austria | $31.4M | 16% |
| Netherlands | $16.2M | 8.3% |
| Finland | $1.8M | 0.9% |
| China | $298K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $226K | 0.1% |
| Slovakia | $205K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $123K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.23 per kg, close to the world average of $1.13.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Zinc-coated alloy sheet exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $75.2 million of zinc-coated alloy sheet in 2024 (72.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Spain alone took 53% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Portugal grew fastest (+84% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $39.6M | 53% |
| France | $9.5M | 13% |
| Portugal | $6.9M | 9.1% |
| Netherlands | $6.2M | 8.3% |
| Turkey | $6.0M | 8% |
| Sweden | $2.3M | 3% |
| Belgium | $1.0M | 1.3% |
| Poland | $940K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $921K | 1.2% |
| Canada | $705K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom zinc-coated alloy sheet imports (HS 7225.92): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 7225.92: Steel, alloy: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7225, plated or coated with zinc (other than electrolytically).
Common questions
What is the value of zinc-coated alloy sheet imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported zinc-coated alloy sheet worth $195.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 158.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 145 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply zinc-coated alloy sheet to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($56.0 million), followed by Belgium (27%) and France (18%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 297% on the year.
What is the average import price of zinc-coated alloy sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.23 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $1.13 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of zinc-coated alloy sheet to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $289.8 million in 2017 to $195.6 million in 2024, a fall of 33%. The peak was 2017 at $289.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $219.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export zinc-coated alloy sheet?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $75.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, France and Portugal. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $120.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for zinc-coated alloy sheet?
The HS code for zinc-coated alloy sheet is subheading 7225.92. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7225 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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